CDCP Dentist in Langley, BC: What the Canadian Dental Care Plan Covers in 2026

Searching for a CDCP dentist in Langley, BC who is taking new patients? Astra Dental Centre on Fraser Highway accepts the Canadian Dental Care Plan and bills Sun Life directly, so eligible patients across Langley City, Willoughby, Walnut Grove, Brookswood, Murrayville, Aldergrove and Fort Langley can get the care they need with far less out of pocket. Call 604-533-8806 or visit us at 20061 Fraser Hwy #120 to get started.

What is the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)?

The Canadian Dental Care Plan is a federal program administered by Sun Life that helps Canadian residents without private dental insurance afford oral health care. Rather than reimbursing you after the fact, the plan pays participating clinics such as Astra Dental Centre directly for eligible services, and you simply cover any remaining portion. For a lot of Langley families, that turns a postponed check-up into an appointment they can actually book.

Who is eligible for the CDCP?

Eligibility is decided by the federal government, but in general you need to meet all of the following:

• You are a Canadian resident for tax purposes and filed your most recent tax return
• You do not have access to private dental insurance through work, a pension, a spouse or a family plan
• Your adjusted family net income is under $90,000
• You have applied and received a Sun Life welcome package with your client number and coverage start date

Thresholds and rules can be updated, so confirm your own status with Sun Life or on the Government of Canada CDCP page before booking.

How much of the bill does the CDCP cover?

The plan uses an income-based co-payment. Households under $70,000 in adjusted family net income generally pay no co-pay, households between $70,000 and $79,999 pay roughly 40 percent, and households between $80,000 and $89,999 pay roughly 60 percent of the eligible cost. One detail people often miss: the CDCP pays at its own established fee schedule, which can sit below the British Columbia fee guide, so a small balance may remain. Our Langley front desk reviews the full written estimate with you before treatment starts, so there are no surprises at checkout.

Which treatments are covered at our Langley clinic?

The CDCP is built around essential, medically necessary dentistry rather than elective work. Services commonly claimed at Astra Dental Centre include:

• Exams, recall check-ups and digital X-rays
• Cleanings, scaling, polishing and fluoride
• Fillings and simple restorations
• Root canal therapy on eligible teeth
• Extractions and minor oral surgery
• Complete and partial dentures
• Crowns and other major restorative work with pre-authorization

Some services need pre-authorization, meaning we send the treatment plan to Sun Life and wait for approval first. We handle that paperwork for you.

What the plan does not cover

Cosmetic and elective treatments sit outside the CDCP: teeth whitening, veneers, orthodontics such as braces and Invisalign, and Botox and TMJ therapy. We still offer all of these in Langley and can explain payment options separately, so you can look after covered essential care now and plan the smile work for later.

How to apply for the CDCP in Langley, BC

1. File your most recent tax return so your income can be verified
2. Apply through the Government of Canada CDCP portal or by phone
3. Wait for your Sun Life welcome package with your member number and start date
4. Book with a participating clinic - call Astra Dental Centre at 604-533-8806
5. Bring your Sun Life client ID and photo identification to your first visit

Why Langley patients choose Astra Dental Centre

Several clinics in Langley accept the CDCP. What patients tell us sets us apart is the mix of long experience and a genuinely calm chairside manner.

• 30+ years of experience. Dr. B. Kumar Potluri has practised since 1996 and handles general, restorative and cosmetic cases under one roof.
• 4.9 stars on Google. Reviewers repeatedly describe gentle, painless and thorough care, especially patients who arrived nervous.
• Same-day CEREC crowns. In-house CAD/CAM milling means one appointment instead of two, with no messy impressions or temporary crown.
• Braces and Invisalign in-house. Thousands of orthodontic cases treated, so you are not referred across town.
• Direct billing. CDCP plus all major insurance providers, handled at the front desk.
• Comfortable, modern space. Large treatment rooms, digital technology and parkade parking behind the building off 20058 Industrial Ave.

Frequently asked questions

Does every dental office in Langley accept the CDCP?

No. Participation is voluntary, so some clinics have not signed up and others accept the plan for limited services only. Always confirm before booking. Astra Dental Centre accepts CDCP patients and bills the plan directly.

Do I still pay anything if I am covered?

Possibly. You may owe an income-based co-payment plus any difference between the CDCP fee schedule and our regular fee. You get those numbers in writing before treatment.

Does the CDCP cover fillings and root canals?

Fillings are generally covered, and root canal therapy can be covered on eligible teeth, sometimes with pre-authorization. Your exam and X-rays confirm exactly what applies in your case.

Can my children be covered?

Yes. Children under 18 in eligible households can be enrolled, and our children's dentistry visits are kept short, friendly and positive.

Are you accepting new patients in Langley?

Yes, we are welcoming new patients, including CDCP patients and families new to the area.

Book your CDCP appointment in Langley

If you have been putting off a cleaning, a sore tooth or a broken filling because of cost, the Canadian Dental Care Plan may cover more than you expect. Bring your Sun Life details and we will confirm your coverage before you sit in the chair.

Astra Dental Centre
20061 Fraser Hwy #120, Langley, BC V3A 0R4
Phone: 604-533-8806
Website: Dentist in Langley, BC
Parking: parkade behind the building, entrance from 20058 Industrial Ave
Serving Langley City, Willowbrook, Willoughby, Walnut Grove, Murrayville, Brookswood, Fort Langley and Aldergrove

This article is general information only and is not dental or financial advice. CDCP eligibility, coverage levels and fee schedules are set by the Government of Canada and Sun Life and can change - please verify your own coverage before treatment.